Escape into a world of enchantment, suspense, & the sweetest revenge this December at The Piano!
Toi Toi Opera brings Engelbert Humperdinck’s beloved fairytale opera Hansel and Gretel to vibrant life in a spectacular new production just in time for Christmas. Follow brave siblings Hansel and Gretel as they journey into a mysterious forest, come face to face with a magical Sandman who sprinkles sweet dreams, and outsmart a hilariously wicked Witch in her mouth-watering gingerbread house!
Sumptuous staging, luscious music, and a thrilling dash of theatrical magic make this the perfect first opera for young children, and a heartwarming festive treat for parents and grandparents alike. Sung in English, and filled with unforgettable melodies - including the moving ‘Evening Prayer’ - this spellbinding new production is directed by Julian Anderson, with musical direction by Matthew Oswin, and features an exquisite all South Island cast, chorus, musical, and creative team.
Brought to you with the very generous support of the Christchurch City Council’s Strengthening Communities Fund.
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“This isn’t just another bedtime story - it’s a deliciously whimsical operatic treat for the whole family!”
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The Philip Carter Family Concert Hall at The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch Central 8011
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60 minutes (no interval).
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Adult $30
First Child $10
Second and Third Child $5
A maximum of three children per adult ticket booked.
Cash bar available.
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Performed in English with an updated libretto © David Pountney & orchestral reduction © David Seaman for Pocket Publications.
The Company
Creative, Technical, & Musical Staff
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Grant Robertson (Light Site) - Lighting Design & Operation
Margot Korhonen - Scenic Artist
Nigel Salsbury - Set Construction
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Matthew Oswin - Musical Director & Piano
TBC - Bassoon
TBC - Horn
TBC - Viola
TBC - Cello
Anria Breytenbach - Cover Répétiteur
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Gavin Bailey - Stage Manager
Katherine Doig - Stage Crew
Alex Robinson - Stage Crew
Tamzin Roe - Front of House & Wardrobe Assistant
Principal Artists
Comprimario Artists
Covers
Allison Harker - Hansel
Alannah Hounsome-Vail - Gretel
Jessica Adams - Gertrude (Mother)
Alex Robinson - Peter (Father)
Ameera Woods - Sandman & Dew Fairy
Jamie Hart - The Witch
Tell us what you thought of this performance!
We hope that you enjoyed ‘Hansel and Gretel’ as much as we loved bringing it to you. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us as we shape the look and feel of the company’s future seasons.
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Toi Toi Opera is a charitable trust, run by two volunteer directors donating their services free of charge and striving towards providing fair pay for all of the artists involved in our casts, musical and creative teams, and technical crews.
Your donations are critical to helping us to enable more Cantabrians to experience the thrill of live opera. Our donee organisation status with Inland Revenue means that individuals may be able to claim a 33.33% tax credit for donations over $5.
Thank you for helping to nurture your local operatic artists!
